UAIOE

I think you mean "better than what they are now".

But now that I think about it, you are correct.

darqleo

His voice annoys me to much to own any of their music, I tried liking them, honestly. A lot of the music is good, though, at least their earlier stuff.

mikelowry

Siamese Dream and Mellon Collie defines the Smashing Pumpkins greatness. If you have to buy any SP CD, then these two are a must!

DrRingDing

I think that the Pumpkins will be regarded highly, but not in the absolute upper echelon when history finally passes judgment.

Something like Simon & Garfunkel, who are dearly loved, but when somebody asks for the best act of the '60's, they will most likely not come up immediately. It will only be after a few other bands are mentioned.

And the albums that will help them maintain this legacy are Siamese Dream and Mellon Collie.
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mikehunt

I liked most of Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness, but that's about it

Supermallet

Siamese Dream, Mellon Collie, and Adore will always hold a special place in my heart. They're all great albums with great sounds and showed just how inventive Corgan could be. Does Siamese Dream rip liberally from My Bloody Valentine? Yep, sure does. Does it matter? Nope. The songwriting is fantastic and the whole thing is just ON. Mellon Collie is just this massive achievement, weaving together all these disparate sounds and styles. And Adore is, well, Adore.

After Adore, I found they dropped off really quickly. I think Corgan's ego just went way too far off the deep end and even now he can't bring it back into focus.

As for the comparisons to Incubus and Lifehouse, what the hell? Might as well compare Jethro Tull to ABBA.

starseed1981

Just FYI....apparently the Pumpkins are recording another album right now for release right after the new year (according to Jimmys blog on their website). Maybe they are gonna follow the "In Rainbows" routine.

Damed

I like some of the pumpkins studio stuff, but they are probably the WORST band I've ever seen live (and I've seen a lot). Horrible. I wouldn't pay to see them again. Hell, I wouldn't go if GIVEN tickets.

DVD Josh

This is surprising and awesome news. Do you have a link please?

starseed1981

http://www.smashingpumpkins.com/blog_2796

GuessWho

Some holiday cheer from last year

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Billy Corgan and Dennis DeYoung (formerly of Styx) sing "We Three Kings"

cdollaz

Corgan always was a prolific songwriter, so this seems reasonable.

superdeluxe

These might be the residency songs that he wrote while in asheville and san fran.

Great news.

Also make sure to get mashed potatoes.

Hollowgen

saw them about 4 times, and i have to say it was a mixed bag. not sure what would cause 2/4 shows to sound like ass, but hey...